Lateral Police Officer

**THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR A LATERAL POLICE OFFICER ONLY** In order to qualify for lateral status, you must be currently Oregon DPSST certified as a police officer or currently certified by Washington state, Idaho, or California in an equivalent classification. Other laterals may be considered by the Chief. Additionally, the candidate must also have at least 2 years of continuous employment within the last forty-seven (47) months. A lateral hire will be placed at the step equivalent to their years of DPSST or other accredited agency continuous certification, or at a step determined by the Chief for those laterals outside of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, or California. NATURE OF WORK: This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention duties including patrol and investigations. Enforces federal, state, and local laws, regulations and ordinances. Assists in EMS and provides public assistance; performs other duties as necessary for the proper functioning of the department. Must be willing to work 8, 10 or 12-hour shift assignments. Officers must be willing to work day shift, swing shift or graveyard shift assignments including weekends and holidays. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/REVIEW OF WORK: Work is normally performed under the general supervision of the Patrol Sergeant or assigned shift commander who assigns and reviews work for conformance to laws and departmental rules and regulations. Ultimately under the command of the Chief of Police and Lieutenant. The duties listed are intended only as Illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent may be expected to perform. Patrol streets, alleys, roads, business and residential areas of the City, enforcing parking, traffic and criminal laws and ordinances; checks suspicious persons and vehicles. Responds to wide variety of service and investigative calls, including but not limited to crimes, violations, juvenile complaints, family disputes, and barking dogs, and takes appropriate action. Investigates accidents, deaths, and criminal complaints; makes arrests and issues citations and warnings when appropriate; handles prisoners as required by law. Prepares full and comprehensive reports on activities performed. Assists the public by answering inquiries regarding directions, laws and ordinances; aids stranded motorists; checks road conditions, street signs and street lights; gives other assistance to the public as needed. Testifies in court. Serves warrants. Provides miscellaneous field services; assists other officers, including communications and corrections, in their duties. Makes security checks on business and public buildings. Interviews witnesses and suspects, takes photographs, collects evidence, processes latent prints, rolls fingerprints, and conducts follow-up investigations. Directs traffic and generally provides traffic control at scenes of fires, parades, and other special events, malfunctioning traffic signals, motor vehicle collision scenes, etc. Makes recommendations to superior officers concerning departmental policies, procedures, and activities. Maintains working liaison with other law enforcement agency personnel. Performs animal and ordinance officer duties as needed or assigned. Maintains assigned patrol vehicle and workstation in clean, orderly and working conditions. Jointly responsible with all other employees for the overall cleanliness and order of the police facility. Demonstrates consistent, regular and reliable work attendance of duties in various shifts and assignments. Performs related work as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Prior law enforcement and/or college degree in related field preferred; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Organize and plan own work schedule to meet workflow demands in a timely and efficient manner. Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, ordinances, and resolutions as they apply to the Police and Emergency Dispatch departments. Reads, analyzes, and interprets reports, and other related documents. Knowledge of modern principles, practices, and methods of law enforcement. Ability to respond to inquiries from the general public and members of the business community in a professional, well-informed manner. Knowledge and use of business English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and composition. Works well with others in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and good judgment. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees, the City Council, the media and the general public. Self-motivated worker with strong sense of honor and integrity. Ability to make reasonable and sound decisions in stressful situations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSING: Possess a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record. (Or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire.) Requires certification through Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training within one year. Requires successful completion of the Field Training Program. Must be at least 21 years of age and be a US citizen or be able to obtain citizenship within 18 months after date of appointment. Applicants must pass a medical exam and psychological evaluation prior to appointment. Applicants must pass a physical agility test. Vision may not be less than 20/20 in one or both eyes or corrected to not less than 20/20 in both eyes. Must pass required background checks including but not limited to work history, criminal history, and driving